Restricted wastes and disposal limits
Limits are in place for certain types of waste. These items can be disposed of free of charge, but restrictions apply.
Some non-household waste may be chargeable.
For restricted waste, residents may be asked to complete a disclaimer form when they arrive at site to confirm.
- the waste is from their household
- it has not come from commercial use
- they understand a limit applies to how much they can dispose of
How much can I take?
| Waste type | Limit | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal bedding or faeces | 2 bags (80 litres) | Daily | |
| Asbestos (cement bonded) | 4 sheets or 4 bags | Every 6 months | Accepted at 5 HWRCs only. Disposal allowed between 1pm–3pm. Must be double wrapped in heavy-duty clear polythene and sealed with tape. |
| Car batteries | 2 lead acid batteries | Every 6 months | |
| Dead animals | Not permitted | – | |
| Fire extinguishers | 2 extinguishers (up to 2 kg) | Every 6 months | |
| Fitted items (doors, window frames, cupboards, wardrobes) | 1 cubic metre | Every 6 months | Equivalent to a family car load |
| Gas cylinders | 2 cylinders (up to 19 kg) | Every 6 months | |
| Household and garden chemicals | 5 × 2.5 litre containers | Every 6 months | Or equivalent volume |
| Paint | 10 × 2.5 litre pots | Every 6 months | Or equivalent volume |
| uPVC items (soffits, fascias, guttering, pipes, windows, doors) | 1 cubic metre | Every 6 months | Equivalent to a family car load |
| Used engine oil | 25 litres | Every 6 months |
